Interview: How My Father Became A Trucker In The 1960's.

[@davidklauer3422]

Lost my dad 45 years ago Cherish every minute with your dad Wish you could record all of his stories I’d sit and listen for days God bless Daddy Boston Trucker!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

It's been on my mind to get him on video before he's gone.

[@ruanecrummett9261]

God bless your dad hes got great stories

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you

[@benjaminkauffman3875]

You know time like this is so precious, I’m glued to my seat listening to my father. He’s real sick. But on the other hand I have my 4 year old son that rides with me in the truck. Bless both of you.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Sorry to hear that. I've wanted to do this for awhile.

[@Louie2309]

Some of the best memories of my life were riding alongside my Dad. I was born into the industry and from about the age of 7 he had me out helping hold the torch while he was underneath fixing something to get it ready for the next days work. Weekends and school holidays I was out with him and man, I was very proud of his red B model Mack. As his business grew to more vehicles and I got older, he had me loading trucks and helping out in the Workshop and I wasn’t aware , by the time I was old enough for my license I had already done a lot of training. It was all I wanted to do and I followed him into the business as soon as I could. He is gone now, and I am out of the industry, but when you are born into this industry, it never leaves you. It’s men like your dad that worked hard and built the country. 👍

[@TheBostonTrucker]

It's a great way to grow up.

[@dotrat1367]

Mike, thanks for sharing this video with your Dad. ❤ I feel privileged.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you

[@mpaqman285]

His initial reaction to the truck was priceless!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Yes!

[@jeffreycoon9634]

Mike this was an amazing video! Just hearing the excitement in his voice when he saw your truck brought tears to my eyes. Thanks Mike!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Never heard him say awesome before.

[@malesic10189]

​@@TheBostonTruckerit brought a tear to my eye also!!

[@davids4754]

Really enjoyed listening to your dad. He has done it all in the industry and worked for so many companies, union , non union , owner operator. Im sure he is very proud of you as you are of him.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you

[@Operatorjoe42]

Mike it’s times like this you will remember and cherish.I’m sure he’s proud of you and the truck that your driving….another great video I’ve never been disappointed with one of them

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I appreciate that.

[@geraldriopelle2044]

Wow Mike that just special! Your Dad, a hardworking hands on honorable man! Memories! I miss my Father every day! Your lucky to still have him!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I appreciate that

[@russellspawn7123]

Cherish and save this piece forever. Your Dad is very proud of you, it's easy to see. He really loved seeing that truck. A true Truckdriver checking the engine compartment out and noticing things. THANK YOU for sharing this visit with us.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I know you understand this more than anyone.

[@TheSunshineTrucker]

Awesome video Mike. This video gives me all the feels. I don’t look forward to the day that my old man isn’t trucking anymore. Listening to you and your dad. Just awesome! Salute to you both. 🫡 ❤

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Hopefully he'll be with you for many more decades.

[@Toyota0000]

He was so happy when he saw your truck.

[@bobthetruckerguy5770]

Aww God bless him! I loved his reaction when he first saw your truck!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

He's never said awesome before!

[@DavidCinelli7815]

was a verynice interview with your dad.🎉🎉

[@mgp78575]

That was great. So glad your dad warmed up to the camera

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you

[@middlemanofficial1]

Mike, this is such a special video. I’m glad that your Dad was open to being in one of your videos, finally. God bless you and your family.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks so much, hopefully there will be more.

[@jimbo8v92]

Really enjoyed the stories. Gotta say im not an emotional guy (you can ask my wife 😆) but man did that touch me when you brought your Dad out to see your new ride i bet that made you feel incredible as his son. It brought me back too i wanna say 1995 when my Dad took me to show my Grandfather the wrecker the shop he works for just finnished building. Truck was a 1987 379 with a jerrdan 25ton backend. Had a 425 cat and 15spd agenced the dash red with a red gut they still have the truck. He wasnt able to ride in it due to being overweight and crippled from a stroke, but he sure was a proud father just as yours is.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you Jimbo for sharing your story.

[@jimbo8v92]

@@TheBostonTrucker yeah thankyou for sharing all of yours aswell as taking the time to record these interviews and truckshows 👍

[@robc1961]

Big respect to your dad Mike. Consolidated Freight green and white trucks with red CF. K-Line was another big hauler for tupperware when they were in Blackstone.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I didn't know he worked for CF.

[@revival1014]

glad he opened up was a natural

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I was surprised.

[@christrella3134]

Kangaroo meat we called the beef from Australia. That's the second time today I was crying and laughing at the same time. I see where you got your moxie from! I worked for Carolina Freight in Pinebrook, NJ like that. I knew guys who spent a few years going to a few different places every week "" shaping""-"" trying to make the list ""! I jumped after 5 months and joined Decker Transportation in Riverdale, NJ. God bless your father and his brethren. I'm 63 and a few paces behind. His herd and mine speak the same experience.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Very cool Chris!

[@melvinolsen3171]

Love the old stories Mike, Thank you. They was real men

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you

[@bradhanson4803]

Love that intro don't change it

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I won't thanks

[@georgewilson1184]

This was nice to see your Dad who he is and what he is about how old is he this is precious time for you And your Dad my Dad was a driver he was 88 4/1/33 to 6/28/21

[@TheBostonTrucker]

He's 82 now.

[@georgewilson1184]

This is precious time now for you & your Dad take advantage of every minute you can keep him mentally & emotionally stimulated Mike catch you on the flip flop good buddy

[@richrukstalis4394]

So cool it’s thibgs like this that i love. Thisbis real truckin history and whennhis generation is gone the stories go too. Thank you so much for sharing

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I'm happy you got to see this Rich.

[@richrukstalis4394]

@@TheBostonTrucker yeah you know we had that talk about this. Glad this is now a thing he has so much more to share too

[@thomasperkins1833]

Mike enjoyed the interview with your dad about how he became a trucker he looked happy I liked the pictures of the old Trucks god bless your dad keep up the great video’s

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Right on, glad you enjoyed this one.

[@JimBishop-p3l]

I'm speechless but at the same time.I am happy that you did this.God bless your dad and god bless you

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you

[@carlwilliams1570]

I am glad you got a chance to get your Dad on video checking out your new truck!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

me too

[@LongbedStepside]

Mike this is one of your best videos yet! God love your father, legends like him are what kept this country alive back in the day… can’t get enough of this old stories!!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you very much

[@Wiseways99]

This will go down as your favorite and beat video you have ever done!! Well Done Boston Trucker, well done!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Oh 😲 thank you so much

[@joshuacloutier4077]

Wonderful video Mike your dads reaction to your truck was great 😊

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks so much

[@joshuacloutier4077]

@@TheBostonTrucker your welcome Mike thanks for another great video :)

[@3406e]

This is what trucking is all about, thanks for the video Mike. Wish your dad all the best!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

You bet, thank you.

[@KirkManning-pd9cs]

Hey Mike that video is awesome I loved it what a career he had that was funny he went to touch the wheel you said don't touch that I loved when you said do miss driving he said you bet I do well I can relate I'm disabled and I'm in a nursing home I'm a big man with a white beard and I love my oatmeal and I miss driving the Mack DM 800 58 rear 10 Wheeler I have been watching you since the beginning you are a outstanding person and a great role model for the trucking industry be safe and thank you

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Means a lot Kirk, god bless you.

[@rustyhook6723]

Great video, your dad is awesome. I’m binge watching trying to catch up 😀 I love when he says “lumpa” Haven’t heard that in years.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks pal I really appreciate it.

[@hankhill3263]

Wow, that was the most awesome video you’ve ever made, God bless your father, was so cool hearing about his roots of driving truck- I’m kinda in the same boat he is, I had to retire about 2 and a half years ago too and I sure do miss it… makes me wonder where the last 30 years went, was heart breaking seeing your dad having to stay at that place. Thanks for the video tho, I loved it - should make that a regular thing, maybe every couple weeks ago, call it trucker time with Pop… I used to sit with my uncle and have trucker talk to him after he retired, then finally I had to go in and have a major back surgery and he drove truck for me again for a couple years, after I got better I joined him, was really cool getting to drive truck with him and hear about the good ol days

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you

[@shanefoutch3867]

Thank you so much for sharing That could easily be me in a little while 😢 life goes by so fast lost my father in 2009 he was a great man and driver

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Sorry to hear that.

[@noahdziadyk3412]

awesome video mike, as a young driver i love hearing these stories make me wish i was born many years earlier

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@peterpomerleau8698]

Great video Mike with your Dad love seeing him light up when you asked if he wanted to drive .

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I think about how many times he asked me the same question.

[@TimBullins-z2z]

Glad to see your dad I would give anything to have mine back.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Bless your memory of your Dad.

[@TimBullins-z2z]

@@TheBostonTrucker thank you 🙏

[@lostrailbeds8289]

Mike! You brought Dad onto our screens...I am sure you put alot of thought into this. What great stories and memories! You and him have the common bond of trucking, hard work, pride, and most of all Family!! We owe you for bringing this to us...I certainly enjoyed watching and listening. My Dad is in a home now as well, fighting every day. Bless you and your Pop!!

[@caudle93]

Awesome video, Mike. What a precious man your Dad is. My Dad drove for Roadway Express and passed 15 years ago September 5th. I'd give anything to hear his trucking stories one more time. Thank you for sharing this and now you have a wonderful video to remind you of your hero for the future and for your kids and grandkids to enjoy. Thank you, Mike.

[@JS-dm2tz]

Your father is an amazing man. Thanks for sharing. Truck looks amazing and your father was super proud.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

No doubt! Thank you

[@scottyb2727]

Mike the conversations you’re having with your dad in this video make me miss the ones I used to have with my dad rest in peace. Here’s a former truck driver and heavy equipment operator.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you Scott ♥️

[@tonydagostino1992]

Good to see your DAD Mike

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Hey Tony thank you very much

[@davidbreman2494]

Your dad's interview brought back my old days of how I got into trucking all the companies I worked for before I became an owner operator of course my great uncles and grandpap all drove and owned there own trucking company back from 100 years ago I use to clean the shop where the drivers parked and I moved the trucks around which were single axle Internationals air start and a 5x4 as a 11 year old I enjoyed helping then at 17 1/2 I joyed the military was in truck Co. And engineers after I got out I drove for 15 years company driver then I bought my 1st Peterbuilt 4axle and pulled on upto 13axles been retired 25 years so his story means alot to me. Glad you did this interview with your Dad Boston trucker

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Yes sir, always be willing to start at the bottom and earn your way up.

[@BillLewis-d7f]

Mike that probably your best work I hope you can get dad to do some more videos he looked so proud of you when he seen the new truck can never forget these memories

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you Bill, I'm definitely going to try.

[@tsimmons1974ts]

This is gonna be good, I love those trucking stories.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

My first time interviewing him so hopefully it's good to the audience.

[@philwarner1938]

Great interview with your dad

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you

[@khtractors]

Really great video! Pretty sure dad approved of the truck! Thanks for sharing this experience with us!!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

You bet! 👊💯

[@wicksfarm4895]

god bless him ,great respect to him

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you

[@mikeglenn9800]

What a precious video. Such a great treat for your Dad. So nice what you did. Excellent video, thanks Mike.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you

[@JohnWoods-bs3op]

Those guys your dad and mine have stories today’s drivers would not believe. Keep it up my friend. I appreciate you !

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you, I will.

[@anthonyp7546]

Mike, this was such a great interview. I’ve always wanted to hear your dad tell his stories. I’m glad he was up for it.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

thank you

[@Lucky4wd4840]

We really enjoyed the visit with your Dad!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rce8540]

That was nice to see your dad. Hate to see people get old for sure. He seemed to enjoy the visit. My dad lived to be 96. No matter how old they are. Sure miss them. Well take care. Always great informative shows. Keep up the good work sir.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you ♥️

[@bush600r2]

Always interesting seeing interviews from guys that ran trucks back in the 70s and 80s, would have really liked to have driven trucks back in that era. It was the 90s in where i started full time trucking, those years were great also and still got to drive some of the 70s and 80s trucks. Will look forward to this one with your Dad Mike. Cheers. Great interview Mike. Your Dad really looked like he enjoyed seeing your truck, which is cool too see👍. have fun at the truck show, beautiful truck👍

[@jonmarchand-vp6wc]

This is a great Video Mike . I burnt my dinner watching this as I was glued to the tv. Those stories are priceless. Keep up the great videos and I hope to see you at a local truck show again. Drive safe out there

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Glad you enjoyed it! Hope dinner was still good.

[@arigross9864]

Respect the old man till he's around because when he's gone you cannot spend time with him❤

[@kennethsmith8968]

2 old school truckers right here folks.2 of the best.

[@billm4212]

This is a wonderful video, Mike, I loved the big wave he gave you when you took his picture 😊

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Many thanks!

[@LarsLilleby]

Well that hit home..now I got to call my dad.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

♥️

[@PeteLipski]

Looking forward to it Mike. Gonna be watching from west Texas !!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks for watching the premiere.

[@LargeCarLife]

Good stories. He sure liked your truck!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

For sure!

[@wallylewis868]

Hell yeah dad !! Peterbilt 🤙😎

[@TheBostonTrucker]

😁💯

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Probably his biggest disappointment in me is I drive a Kenworth. 🤦

[@dotcompliancegroup2196]

Loved hearing his story!! Thanks for sharing Mike!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks for listening!

[@vinbags]

Hey Mike...great video...God Bless your pops...😊

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks so much.

[@jerryaltadonna5462]

Mike your dad was one hard working man no cry baby there love to hear those stories need to do more

[@johnapernorio8151]

Mike, my second driving job was in 1961 for Eastern Beef in Providence, RI, a sub of Colonial Beef of Boston. I went into the Army and when I came out, I joined the Teamsters Union, Local 251, East Providence, RI. I'm 80 and I retired in 1996. I worked for Wooster Express, Lombard Bros, and Smith's Transfer Corp.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I'm so happy to read this, good work John congratulations!

[@johnapernorio8151]

@@TheBostonTrucker thanks. I love listening to the old guard because it brings back a great time in my life. Your father and the guys you work with were the backbone of the trucking industry. Your dad's face lit up when he saw the new truck. I know he would give anything to be able to get behind the wheel. I know I would. Like your dad, I am also in a wheelchair. Like they say, you can take the guy out of the truck, but you can't take the truck out of the guy.

[@jeffreymartin8031]

Hey Boston trucker how are you doing today my friend I like watching your KZbin videos they are very educational videos and I like the content in the videos sweetheart and they very good and I love the interview with your father

[@jeffreymartin8031]

Hey Boston trucker how are you doing today my friend I like watching your KZbin videos they are very good videos and very educational

[@ignaziopassalacqua7795]

Great video Mike.good to see you taking care of your father. It was cool to hear some of the memories that your dad had. He still has his wits at his age. It was cool to hear him describe your truck as awesome. Keep up the good work, love your videos.... Peace and grease and shalom............🚛🚛🚛🚛🚛🚛 Iggy p

[@joehussey2693]

Thanks Mike, that was great!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

You bet!

[@rockybostrom3560]

Hi Mike, I’m not one to comment on anybody’s videos but I’d like you to known I enjoyed this video with your dad very much ! I lived and loved trucks my entire working life from 11th grade till I had a stroke 2017 that’s outstanding you were able to stop and show him your new truck . Be well. Rocky Bostrom Henniker, N.H. USA 🇺🇸

[@clintonjacques8133]

This is the best video you have done yet. Really enjoyed it.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Wow, thanks!

[@allenthomas1622]

I love this video , great to see your dad ! Love hearing how he got started in trucking , very hard working man . I can tell he is proud of you, the way he looked at the truck brought back so many memories for him I’m sure !! My dad is 94 yrs old and sold his car 1 month ago it was a hard decision for him !! He drove it right up to the day he sold it ! Thanks for your videos !!

[@briansupple3638]

Great to see your pride with your father

[@catdiesel7143]

I can’t wait mike love you’re interviews this one with you’re dad 👍

[@kylemorice4870]

Dude we gotta see more of your dad if he'll allow it. I can definitely see where you get your love of trucks from. I liked the pictures of the ones he owned. He had some good looking rigs.

[@robertday3873]

Great STUFF MIKE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 👍

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks, will do!

[@j.d.mullis9446]

Mike, that was a priceless video. Your dad's memory was very sharp. It certainly reminded of my dad, and riding and learning from him in the truck! Be wishes!

[@kylemorice4870]

I loved this video. I been waiting on this one for awhile. I was gonna ask where he was from. His accent does stick out but he speaks very clearer than i do and i was born and raised in this country in the midwest.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I'm happy to hear you could understand him because that was why he didn't want to be on camera before.

[@joew2280]

what a great video.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you!

[@mikemurphy8706]

This is one of the best videos you ever made

[@bejennings3]

Great video Mike good to see your dad.

[@RMTTR640]

Hi mike big fan your dad looks good and alert glad to see that What is your dad rehabing from? Hopefully he is nearing the end of the rehab . Love the video with your dad I'm sure he would love to go with you for a ride in your new truck i suspect his smile would be a mile wide.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you I appreciate it. He's got a few issues but the main one is he can't walk, his knees are shot.

[@RMTTR640]

@TheBostonTrucker I hope he is able to gain back a good deal of mobility As long as he is happy, everything else is a bonus

[@michaelblanchard2248]

Awesome video. Was hoping you were going to do video with your dad. Love the stories.

[@kenbierman]

Nice interview.Mike lost.My dad that's why i'm trucking him

[@TheBostonTrucker]

God bless your Dad's memory.

[@coalminergroupie]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Thank him for us, please?

[@wyatt12358]

Hard seeing parents get old. I am about the same age as you and been driving about the same amount of time. My parents are in their 90's father is doing great mother needs full time care taker. spend as much time as you can with your father

[@jamesjolly7406]

👌Excellent👌 video

[@craigbrissette343]

Great Video Mike! Your dad looked so happy, great guy. Do you go to the truck show in clearbrook Va? Was hoping to see you there. Its about two weeks from now

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I'm not aware of that show yet

[@craigbrissette343]

It's called the tri-state antique truck show. Right off I-81 on the va/wv line

[@jmchinch]

Back in the day Sears had a huge warehouse where all that shopping is now

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Oh that's right!

[@bryansmith3739]

The old school story is way more interesting than shiny trucks

[@TheBostonTrucker]

true

[@GhettoWagon]

I was going to stay your dad has a Israeli accent. Good vid!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Yes sir

[@jamesjolly7406]

Hi from Dexter🏠Missouri

[@UrbaNSpiel]

Interesting

[@TheBostonTrucker]

👍

[@myexpressways4106]

It would have been so much better if you had turned down the TV volume in the background! It is driving me crazy to try to understand this magnificent story your father is telling.😢 We all lose by having such a distraction imposed upon us. I respect what your father is telling us, but I cannot truly understand all of what he is saying due to the background noise. Sorry Mike. You did both your father and your audience a disservice by not turning down that damn background noise. 🥵

[@TheBostonTrucker]

There's always one and you're the one this time. He has two other roommates and it was their televisions you heard and that was after I asked them to turn them down but they are both elderly so their hearing isn't very good, that's why I had the camera so close so you can hear him. Next time turn your volume up!

[@myexpressways4106]

I meant no disrespect to you. I apologize. WhenI realized why the background sound was not silenced, it changed my perspective. I have a hearing issue that requires hearing aids. I have Bluetooth connectivity for videos and phone conversations. It is not about the volume, it is just very difficult to separate the background from what I am trying to hear. As a retired trucker, I have nothing bit respect for both you and your father for your wirk ethic and professionalism. This video is very special for all of us to relate to what it was lime "in the day." Sorry for the misunderstanding, Mike.

[@jamesjolly7406]

As always.

[@350mack]

Great video 😊❤ just bs he can't go outside? 😢

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Yeah I know it sucks.

[@billmcdonald0256]

Hi 👋 Mike 🇨🇦 Lovely Lovely Vist with your DAD..A Kindly Gentleman Thankyou to you & him for your Father & Son vist..Our Seniors citizens are full of our History of just Yesteryear..From the Bus side of things..My mentors Started their careers after the 2ndWW world war..On streetcars🚊 Keeping coals warm in the Potbelly stoves for the passengers and them..Wearing Buffalo coats to keep warm..This is History that is very Important to have it's Real History passed Down From Father's to Son..Love the Followship Between you Both..Thankyou for in Inviting us into your Dad's room WoW his years of Safe Driveing 🟡 🟡 🟡 🟡 & Jigsaws Puzzles..May Our Keep Blessing you Both 🙏

[@philwarner1938]

Are you serios clean trk on Maine st canon looking for attention much lol

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Well I was on the way to a truck show if you must ask. 🤦😎